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Broadcom StrataXGS vs HPE Ethernet Switches comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Broadcom StrataXGS
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
28th
Average Rating
10.0
Reviews Sentiment
3.9
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
HPE Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
7th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
104
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Broadcom StrataXGS is 0.8%, down from 0.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HPE Ethernet Switches is 3.9%, up from 2.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
HPE Ethernet Switches3.9%
Broadcom StrataXGS0.8%
Other95.3%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

WILLIAM SANITATE - PeerSpot reviewer
Vice President Of Engineering at O & S Services LLC
Useful multi-processes, software compatibility, and flexible
The initial setup of Broadcom StrataXGS is complex. However, if you use reference design by Broadcom it can be easy. If you use something else that is not in the reference design you can start to have timing or other problems. If you are not using their hardware, such as Intel, the support might not be there.
KK
General Manager at Zenith Business Solutions
Security, reliability, and cost-effectiveness drive success across different business scales
HPE Ethernet Switches are very much covered on the security front due to their ClearPass technology, which is exceptional. They are highly scalable and stable, which is vital for large enterprises that require reliable performance. Additionally, HPE Ethernet Switches offer a cost-saving advantage as they are approximately 40% cheaper than comparable Cisco solutions. The integration of the switches is very straightforward, making them an attractive choice for many organizations.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The most valuable feature of Broadcom StrataXGS is the multi-processes and software compatibility providing flexibility. There are plenty of options to choose from."
"The graphical userface is very good and quite easy to run with."
"These are the basic access layer switches used for connectivity among users, and they are cost-effective."
"HP switches are probably the best quality product for the price."
"It used to be cheap for access switching - I'm not sure if that's still the case today."
"The switches are very important in our hospitals, which is a critical environment for our patients. They provide time-effective management and meet our needs."
"With the 5400R, it's a very competitive price, and the product is very stable."
"It is a stable product."
"The scalability is very good."
 

Cons

"The support could improve."
"These switches are not as stable as those from Cisco."
"Although it connects to our BladeSystem, we still have problems with the overall integration with the switches, BladeSystem, and 3PAR."
"So with the tiered structure for technical support, there are some inefficiencies."
"There is room for improvement in the update process, especially the web UI update process."
"They should have more control tools for controlling the bandwidth."
"The security of the solution always has room for improvement."
"The installation can be quite complex. However, that may not be the fault of HP and is rather more related to the way our infrastructure is arranged."
"They should enable certain features on certain frequencies."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of Broadcom StrataXGS is high, but other solutions such as Cisco are more expensive."
"We just bought new switches for $500 last year, and now, the same switch is $800. It's gone up in price in the last 12 months."
"The tool's pricing is very cheap."
"This is not an expensive solution."
"The price of the solution is expensive."
"They are affordable and less expensive than Cisco. Their price was the decider at the time."
"It would be great if certain features, like licensing, were included in the base price of the switches."
"The pricing is very good."
"HPE Ethernet Switches is a fairly cheap solution."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
25%
Computer Software Company
13%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Legal Firm
5%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Educational Organization
6%
Computer Software Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business62
Midsize Enterprise19
Large Enterprise31
 

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What do you like most about HPE Ethernet Switches?
The solution is very stable and easy to use.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HPE Ethernet Switches?
When compared to Cisco, Aruba is about 40% cheaper. However, Huawei would be even cheaper than Aruba. We can't compare HPE Ethernet Switches with Huawei directly because of different price ranges.
What needs improvement with HPE Ethernet Switches?
HPE Ethernet Switches have room for improvement in the initial setup and integration process, especially when incorporating them into an existing infrastructure with competitor products. It's a cha...
 

Also Known As

StrataXGS
HP Ethernet Switches
 

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Sample Customers

State Bank of India, Hill International, Coty
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